Presumably the switch controller that comes with the switch has Amiibo …Presumably the switch controller that comes with the switch has Amiibo compatibility so why would you need it on anything else?

Some Amiibos give in game power ups etc. Eg on mario odyssey you can use Wedding Mario or Peach (cant recall which) for temp invunerability.So can use it on boss battles. So you need to be quick using the Amiibo.

So much shovelware coming to switch, it’s going to end up like the wii j …So much shovelware coming to switch, it’s going to end up like the wii just being swamped in trash.

Equal amount on console, and not getting in the way of ANY of the top games coming out this year.

Original Poster

4th Feb

No problems with your posts @otterboxer , I like free speech :). I don't think it looks a worthy game either (unless your an aviation enthusiast perhaps), I wouldn't even buy it physical for a tenner. Re the keywords, I always feel compelled to use the whole 10 but could not think or find any, random things like Sega or Atari certainly mix it up, what can I say.

@otterboxer the HUKD link works fine, maybe the HUKD server had a …@otterboxer the HUKD link works fine, maybe the HUKD server had a momentary network issue when you tried it.You can condense all your comments into one single posting you know

My musings come when they come @noahsdad hence different posts. (all valid though) The link does still seem to send me back here fwiw (not that i'd consider buying it, just wanted to have a look before voting)

Ah, ublock was kicking me back my mistake.

Edited by: "otterboxer" 4th Feb

Original Poster

4th Feb

@otterboxer the HUKD link works fine, maybe the HUKD server had a momentary network issue when you tried it.

You can condense all your comments into one single posting you know

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4th Feb

Also this has nothing to do with either Sega or the 3ds so not sure why they are there as keywords? Spotted after wondering why this "deal" popped up on my keyword feed.

Lot of rose tinted rehashes on the switch i've noticed. More 3rd party …Lot of rose tinted rehashes on the switch i've noticed. More 3rd party support is what Nintendo wanted but the proverbial barrel is getting scrapped a bit looking at some recent titles.

Lot of rose tinted rehashes on the switch i've noticed. More 3rd party …Lot of rose tinted rehashes on the switch i've noticed. More 3rd party support is what Nintendo wanted but the proverbial barrel is getting scrapped a bit looking at some recent titles.

Rastan had great music. Used to play it in the chippy for 10p. Next to …Rastan had great music. Used to play it in the chippy for 10p. Next to Rastan Saga was Saint Dragon. Happy memories apart from the chips.

It certainly did have epic barbarian-ish music. I think this is the video you are looking for

The keyboard/synthesiser sort of 8-bit sounds are totally outdated of course, but if those epic tunes were modernised with violins and guitars etc they would sound brilliant even today.

So £20 plus what £35 for a dualshock? And it barely works when the console …So £20 plus what £35 for a dualshock? And it barely works when the console comes out of sleep mode?Bargain.

Look up sunk cost. Many of us gamers already own PS4's and Xbox's and with these, lots of controllers cluttering up drawers. You are 100% correct, if you don't own a PS4 already, buying a controller and usb stick would be silly and I don't think anyone here is suggesting that.

I picked up one of those USB sticks that allow the use of a PS4 controller …I picked up one of those USB sticks that allow the use of a PS4 controller wirelessly with a Switch. It works great and even uses the motion function. Cost me £20 but can be obtained slightly cheaper.

I’ve got it from Boomerang so I’ll see what the fuss is about later. If it’s terrible I don’t really care.

Edit:- I've played it for an hour or two and can confirm its utter guff on the Switch

Edited by: "Cakeboy79" 3rd Feb

3rd Feb

I play this on ipad and is a very good mobile game. Don't really think it warrants a console version tbh as options are fairly limited (as is the case generally with mobile orientated games). However, I'd guess it's more accessible than the like of Gran Turismo etc for a quick pick up & blast session as it is so simple to play (though to be good it does take practise!). I'd also guess Switch players are generally younger than XB1/PS4 so can probably understand the designers aiming toward Switch

After umpteen patches etc it is still quite buggy on IOS ie.

some achievements don't seem to want to register eg Catagory A fan - I have several different Cat A cars and still only says I have 1 for this achievement

No matter how many times I try to invite friend (am logged in through FB), it won't play ball

Similarly, I am unable to borrow a friends engineer for that achievement.

Anyone else with issues such as these?

nb. with the latest update (last couple of days) the AI cars are much more aggressive and will usually send you into the barrier with any collision with them (not necessarily a negative thing as it makes you much more careful around them)

Edited by: "BritishDragon" 3rd Feb

2nd Feb

People here appear to be trying to compare this with Forza or Gran Turismo. I understand the price being too high but the User Score on MetaCritic is a 7.3 and it looks decent for a racing game on the Switch.

I got this on release day, it's certainly no Gran Turismo, and it …I got this on release day, it's certainly no Gran Turismo, and it certainly is not Forza Motorsport, but it's something. It does play a lot like a mobile game, fairly simple to pick up and play.

It *is* a mobile game. And they have the gall to charge full retail for it at release

You don't get that Everybody Golf game for Switch, so not a tough decision …You don't get that Everybody Golf game for Switch, so not a tough decision for most Best alternative is probably Infinite Minigolf (download only) and usually about £8ish on Eshop. Is worth it at this price. The hitting/putting control system is a bit annoying but otherwise is very good, LOADS of courses, and a level editor.

I'd kill for Everybody's Golf on the Switch. They can rebrand it Mario Golf again, that's fine. They need to get it done

What game looks better? The newest everybodys golf or this? Hmmm, this is …What game looks better? The newest everybodys golf or this? Hmmm, this is the type of game me and my dad would enjoy playing together, but i need to decide between these 2

Everybodys golf is great. Haven’t seen reviews for this but judging by the videos looks the same quality as a £3 early access game. I would avoid until reviews come in.

Really wanted to get me some of these but I was looking for the zelda ones …Really wanted to get me some of these but I was looking for the zelda ones to drop in price.Ive been using my old ones from the DS4 and they fit very well.Still these are very expensive thumb grips...Anyone knows if these fit the pro controller's as well? I'm imagining they don't...

They are a bit more pricey, but they are very good quality too. Interesting your DS4 ones fit well as that opens up new colour possibilities for joy cons. Could get a lime green once for a Yoshi theme for instance.

Edited by: "noahsdad" 9th Jan

9th Jan

Really wanted to get me some of these but I was looking for the zelda ones to drop in price.Ive been using my old ones from the DS4 and they fit very well.Still these are very expensive thumb grips...Anyone knows if these fit the pro controller's as well? I'm imagining they don't...

I picked this up from argos yesterday... Worked amazingly... Until I realised it wouldn't charge, and the LED to show charging won't lightNow I need to return it It's great when it works! If it works..

Supose that would be wear and tear. Even tho the original ds4 where made …Supose that would be wear and tear. Even tho the original ds4 where made of chewing gum.

It didn't have any signs of been worn, it was when I played COD id press the stick in to run and my character would stop running so had to press again, was fine with other games like Diablo but was very annoying on FPS

Sadly no, Xbox 360 light flashes but won't turn on the switch from power …Sadly no, Xbox 360 light flashes but won't turn on the switch from power off state. Same when the screen is turned off. My PS4 controller turns on The PS4 when I try anything with the home button. So think it has to be turned on for the input to register.

I've played and finished Zelda with the standard joycons grip and was …I've played and finished Zelda with the standard joycons grip and was fine. Didn't get any aches or cramps even when playing for 4/5 hours straight...Are these controllers really that much more comfortable?

I did the same. 150hrs in Zelda with joycons, no problems. The Pro is a funny thing. Is it necessary? No. Is it well worth owning? Absolutely. It is a lot more comfy.

How do they measure that to come up with such percentage. Just curious.

Don't know. Nintendo haven't officially said it was. But loads of comparison videos on toutube and amazon reviews say it's better. One video opend up the pad and said the dpad rubber is 17% thicker. So thats why he said it was a better dpad.

Adroit really appreciate the reviews.. We regularly do 1-2 hour car …Adroit really appreciate the reviews.. We regularly do 1-2 hour car journeys so gonna buy a holder that secures between the 2 front seat headrests, I asked in Smyths and was told nah it won't work as the controllers need to attached..??

Maybe they misunderstood and thought you wanted to play online, this article and pictures confirm exactly what you're after - theverge.com/tld…een

It depends on the game, if you compare it to Mega Drive then any 2D style …It depends on the game, if you compare it to Mega Drive then any 2D style games will work with the bundled controllers. You can share a single screen in Rayman, take turns in Rabbids and the screen splits in Mario Kart. There are a lot more of these kind of games on the Nintendo eshop and several free demos that have 2 players with the included controller.The more modern 3D games like Mario Odyssey need an extra controller so one player can move the character and camera at the same time. Splatoon needs a whole extra Switch because each player needs their own screen. 2 player Mario isn't really worth it, I don't think any of the bigger games justify buying an extra controller except maybe the Lego games.Wired/wireless is just for convenience. Wired will be cheaper because they don't have extras like rumble or motion control. There are 2 USB ports on the Switch charging dock and a USB-C port under the Switch screen. Wired will plug in there as standard or with an adapter.The only drawback to playing in the car is battery life and how they share the screen, it would have to stand or balance in the middle once the controllers are detached. Bundled controller is more portable in this situation too and I'd just keep an eye out for the pro controller at a reasonable cost for the option but there's no rush.

Adroit really appreciate the reviews.. We regularly do 1-2 hour car journeys so gonna buy a holder that secures between the 2 front seat headrests, I asked in Smyths and was told nah it won't work as the controllers need to attached..??

can you clarify if i need an extra controller for them to play 2 player …can you clarify if i need an extra controller for them to play 2 player games or can they use the 2 that came with the bundle?
Do the controllers need to be wireless?
where do the wired ones plug into?
Also can they play 2 player games in the car?

It depends on the game, if you compare it to Mega Drive then any 2D style games will work with the bundled controllers. You can share a single screen in Rayman, take turns in Rabbids and the screen splits in Mario Kart. There are a lot more of these kind of games on the Nintendo eshop and several free demos that have 2 players with the included controller.

The more modern 3D games like Mario Odyssey need an extra controller so one player can move the character and camera at the same time. Splatoon needs a whole extra Switch because each player needs their own screen. 2 player Mario isn't really worth it, I don't think any of the bigger games justify buying an extra controller except maybe the Lego games.

Wired/wireless is just for convenience. Wired will be cheaper because they don't have extras like rumble or motion control. There are 2 USB ports on the Switch charging dock and a USB-C port under the Switch screen. Wired will plug in there as standard or with an adapter.

The only drawback to playing in the car is battery life and how they share the screen, it would have to stand or balance in the middle once the controllers are detached. Bundled controller is more portable in this situation too and I'd just keep an eye out for the pro controller at a reasonable cost for the option but there's no rush.

I don't think any games technically benefit from it, probably the opposite …I don't think any games technically benefit from it, probably the opposite if anything.But it's a well made controller that feels nice to hold and if you need 1 extra it's more convenient to use and cheaper than buying more joycons.Two joycons on one pad works fine but it's a piecemeal solution and can feel quite clicky and creaky by comparison.I think that the analogue sticks on the pro controller have a wider turning circle than the joycons so I actually prefer the joycons for quicker action games like Splatoon because they're more responsive and have used the pro for slower paced stuff to give the joycons a rest.

Adroit or anyone else, looking at accessories i need to buy..

Just bought a switch for Xmas for my 2 sons, can you clarify if i need an extra controller for them to play 2 player games or can they use the 2 that came with the bundle?Info is a bit mixed or maybe i just miss my Mega drive..Do the controllers need to be wireless? where do the wired ones plug into?Don't really want Santa leaving something that I need to run out on Boxing day and buy more things for..Also can they play 2 player games in the car? Thanks

25th Nov 2017

You can also buy it through their eBay Shop (and collect/spend Nectar Points too!!)

My controller as arrived its smaller than I expected but thats no problem, I'm happy.Edit: that was misleading looking at the box I thought it was small.

Edited by: "marra" 29th Nov 2017

29th Nov 2017

Got mine today too, all fine

29th Nov 2017

My guess is that there was a similarly named product (PS4 Pro?) that was voucher exempt, and they've accidentally emailed everyone that bought a product with "Pro" in the name, but not actually cancelled anything.

Either way should get my controller tomorrow, it's heading to the local delivery office acroding to the tracking.